Prepare for 2012 Black Friday Madness with this Nifty Infographic

It’s just hours away now: the time when thousands of otherwise lazy Americans get up at the crack of dawn (or earlier), chug an energy drink, strap on some padding and head out into the night. Their destination? Not the gym. Not a secret fight club. They’ll be headed to the nearest big box store to await the official opening of the holiday shopping season, Black Friday. The crowds can get crazy, but the savings are huge for those brave enough to enter the fray. Besides, shopping’s more fun when your life is in a little danger.

The team over a Sortable put together this Black Friday infographic to tell you everything you need to know in preparation for what should be a record-setting Black Friday.